British forces shoot down Iranian drone heading towards Iraq

An Iranian drone heading towards Iraq was shot down by British forces on Saturday night.

The Ministry of Defence confirmed the engagement occurred as RAF Typhoons were conducting defensive sorties around the area.

A Merlin Helicopter is also set to arrive in the region shortly.

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